The nature of a professional firefighter’s work can pose a constant unknown danger of what they will come into contact …
Smoking and Asbestos Exposure
Toxins that end up in the lungs can result in many different forms of lung injury, including cancer. Mesothelioma from …
Now & Then: Shocking Consumer Products that Contain Asbestos
Asbestos was once considered the “miracle mineral.” Asbestos was useful for many purposes, especially in the military. It was also …
Hairdressers and Mesothelioma The Hazardous Tool of the Trade
A hairdresser or stylist is another occupation that placed many workers in the cosmetology industry at risk for developing mesothelioma. …
Who is at Risk of Mesothelioma? Are you a High-Risk Candidate?
There is no way for a person to determine if they will develop mesothelioma within their lifetime. Mesothelioma is rare …
Asbestos legislation, workers’ compensation cases, and occupations most affected by mesothelioma
For years, individuals have argued that medical conditions, like mesothelioma, have been caused by exposure to asbestos—a fire-resistant silicate material …
Understanding Asbestos: What Exactly Is it?
What is Asbestos? Asbestos comes from a “bundle” of six known naturally occurring minerals. It is comprised of a fibrous, …
Surprising Occupations that can put you at Risk of Mesothelioma
Numerous occupations can lead to the exposure of asbestos. Exposure in some occupations may not be as obvious as others. …
Secondhand Exposure to Asbestos and Mesothelioma
Most of the time, asbestos exposure and mesothelioma are linked to occupational hazards. However, others outside of the occupational realm …
9/11 Related Mesothelioma Deaths on the Rise
Nearly 18 years after tragedy struck the United States from the 9/11 terrorist attack in 2001, cases of malignant mesothelioma …